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Correct Answer: B. Vice-President
Explanation: The Vice-President of India serves as the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, as established by Articles 64 and 89(1) of the Indian Constitution. This means that the individual elected to the office of Vice-President automatically assumes the role of presiding officer for the Upper House of Parliament. While the Vice-President is part of the Executive branch, the role of Chairman makes them a key figure in the Legislative branch as well. In this capacity, they oversee house sessions and maintain order, though they do not hold a seat as an elected member of the Rajya Sabha. If the Vice-President is required to discharge the duties of the President of India during a vacancy, they temporarily cease to perform the duties of the Chairman. In the Chairman's absence, the Deputy Chairman, who is elected from among the members of the Rajya Sabha, presides over the proceedings.

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